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Cranbourne West has an estimated 20,239 residents, up from 19,969 at the 2021 Census — a change of 270 people, or 1.4%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 84% of areas nationally. 379 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,774 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on researchers evaluating ABS population updates for the wider area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Cranbourne West has a population estimated at around 20,239 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 270 people (1.4%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 19,969 individuals. The variation is deduced from the resident population of 20,211, calculated by AreaSearch through analyzing the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 379 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population level translates to a density ratio of 1,773 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average observed across national areas evaluated by AreaSearch. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Cranbourne West has displayed robust growth trends with a 3.8% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA4 region. Population expansion in the area was mostly driven by natural growth that accounted for approximately 38.0% of overall population additions during recent periods, although all growth factors including interstate migration and overseas migration were positive contributors. AreaSearch is implementing ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2022 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilizing the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 with adjustments made using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at population projections moving forward, extraordinary growth, ranking in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas, is forecast over the period with the suburb of Cranbourne West expected to expand by 11,508 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing an increase of 56.7% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
774 new dwellings have been approved in Cranbourne West over the past five years, an average of 154 a year. That places the area in the 56th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 157 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 54% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 48, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Cranbourne West has recorded around 154 residential properties granted approval each year, with an estimated 774 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 44 so far in FY-26. At an average of just 0.8 new residents per year arriving per new home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply is meeting or surpassing demand, providing greater buyer choice while supporting potential for population growth above projections, while new homes are being built at an average value of $437,000—moderately above regional levels—indicating an emphasis on quality construction.
There have also been $107.8 million in commercial approvals this financial year, demonstrating high levels of local commercial activity. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Cranbourne West has roughly half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person while it ranks within the 50th percentile of areas evaluated nationally. New development comprises 54.0% detached dwellings and 46.0% medium and high-density housing, displaying an increasing mix of attached housing designs providing choices across price ranges, from spacious family homes to more accessible compact options. This represents a significant shift from the area's existing housing (currently 82.0% houses), indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting shifting lifestyles and the demand for more diverse, affordable housing choices. At around 328 people per approval, Cranbourne West reflects a low density area. Looking ahead, Cranbourne West is expected to grow by 11,480 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.
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Development applications around Cranbourne West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Cranbourne West, worth an estimated $555 million. A further 97 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $17.1 billion. 30 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives. In total 29 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include ESR Greenlink Industrial Estate, RISE, Hall Road, Cranbourne West, Cranbourne West Distribution Centre, and Harli, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Cranbourne West Distribution Centre
Stockland's Cranbourne West Distribution Centre is a premium logistics estate in Melbourne's south-east. Stage 1 was completed and fully leased in 2023. Construction of Warehouse 2, a standalone prime-grade distribution facility of approximately 21,000 sqm, has been completed and the building is now being actively marketed for lease with immediate availability. The facility includes ultra-high clearance warehousing, dual-level offices, ESFR sprinklers, extensive hardstand and direct access to the EastLink and wider freeway network.
ESR Greenlink Industrial Estate
An industry-leading 79-hectare industrial and logistics estate in Melbourne's south-east, designed with a focus on sustainability and worker wellness. The precinct features 5 and 6 Star Green Star rated facilities, over 4 hectares of parkland, walking tracks, and an on-site cafe. Key tenants include Amazon, CEVA Logistics, Focus on Furniture, and JAS Worldwide. While several warehouses are completed and occupied, final stages including Lot 8 are scheduled for delivery in September 2026.
RISE, Hall Road, Cranbourne West
RISE is a premium industrial estate in Melbourne's South East, developed by Frasers Property Industrial in joint venture with ESR Australia, spanning 64.4 hectares. It features state-of-the-art logistics and manufacturing facilities with a focus on sustainability, targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating, and offers speculative developments for lease.
Cranbourne West Secondary College
New secondary college serving growing Cranbourne West community. Modern facilities including science labs, performing arts spaces, sports facilities, and technology-enabled learning environments. Capacity for 1,200 students from Years 7-12.
Lochaven Residential Estate
A premium master-planned residential estate in Cranbourne West featuring 357 dwellings plus townhomes, a P-12 school, village square with retail hub, sports and recreation facilities, beautifully landscaped open spaces, and retirement village. The 66-hectare development offers comprehensive community amenities with proximity to transport, education, retail and recreational spaces creating a convenient village-style community.
LINC Townhomes
Completed residential development of 170 double-storey townhomes in Cranbourne West, offering 2, 3, and 4 bedroom configurations. Developed by Pomeroy Pacific with Creation Homes as builder. Designed by Ascui & Co Architects, interiors by Adele Bates, and landscaping by Memla. Features luxury finishes, natural materials, maximized light and airflow, sustainability focus, premium upgrades including double glazing, stone benchtops, and high-speed fibre internet connectivity.
Industrial Quarter (iQ) Cranbourne West
Salta Properties' Industrial Quarter (iQ) is a premium industrial estate in Cranbourne West, offering twelve large lots starting from 6,375 sqm for logistics, manufacturing, food production, cold storage, and last-mile distribution. Located 450 meters from Western Port Highway with links to major freeways, it supports businesses in Melbourne's southeast growth corridor and complements the Dandenong South Inland Port.
Dandenong South Intermodal Terminal
A major inland port and freight hub located within the Nexus Dandenong South Industrial Estate. The $383 million facility connects directly to the Port of Melbourne via a dedicated rail spur, aiming to shift containerised freight from road to rail. Once complete, it will feature automated rail-mounted gantry cranes, operate 24 hours a day, and have the capacity to handle up to 560,000 TEU per annum.
10,340 residents of Cranbourne West are employed, from a labour force of 11,004. Unemployment sits at 6.0%, with participation at 72.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 16,048, about 79% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Cranbourne West features a skilled workforce, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, an unemployment rate of 6.0%, and relative employment stability over the past year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 10,340 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.3% above Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, and workforce participation is fairly standard (72.4% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 15.1% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and construction.
The area demonstrates particularly notable concentration in manufacturing, with employment levels at 1.9 times the regional average. On the other hand, professional & technical is under-represented, with only 4.4% of Cranbourne West's workforce compared to 10.1% in Greater Melbourne. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, over the 12 months to March 2026, labour force levels increased by 0.3% combined with employment decreasing by 0.2%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1%, labour force growth of 2.3%, with unemployment rising 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Cranbourne West. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Cranbourne West's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
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Median household income in Cranbourne West is $1,856 a week (about $97,000 a year), with median personal income at $822 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,144 a year against an average of $60,249. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The suburb of Cranbourne West shows a median taxpayer income of $53,144 and an average of $60,249 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is below the national average, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's median income of $57,688 and average income of $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $58,256 (median) and $66,045 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Cranbourne West cluster around the 54th percentile nationally.
Income brackets indicate the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 44.7% of the community (9,046 individuals), consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 32.8% in the same category. High housing costs consume 19.0% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 53rd percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Cranbourne West had 6,102 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 82% detached houses and 3% apartments. 64% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 13% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $375 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month, a total housing cost higher than 82% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within Cranbourne West, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 81.7% houses and 18.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Cranbourne West was lagging that of Melbourne metro, at 12.9%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (64.1%) or rented (23.1%). The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $375, compared to Melbourne metro's $2,000 and $390. Nationally, Cranbourne West's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are comparable to the national figure of $375.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was below the Melbourne metro average at $1,800.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Cranbourne West counted 6,102 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.1 people each. 48% are couples with children, more than in 93% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households dominate at 82.7% of all households, comprising 48.2% couples with children, 19.9% couples without children, and 13.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 17.3%, with lone person households at 15.0% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size of 3.1 people is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.8% of adults in Cranbourne West hold a university qualification, including 15.6% with a bachelor degree and 5.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 4,662 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,012 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (22.8%) substantially below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 15.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 37.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (13.8%) and certificates (23.4%). Educational participation is notably high, with 33.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.1% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.
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Public transport in Cranbourne West reaches 44 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 280 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis reveals 44 active transport stops operating within Cranbourne West comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 7 individual routes, collectively providing 1,384 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 283 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 92%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, above the regional average. Some 15.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions). Service frequency averages 197 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 31 weekly trips per individual stop.
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76.4% of residents in Cranbourne West report no long-term health condition. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators suggest below-average outcomes in Cranbourne West, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts , and the rate of private health cover found to be relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~10,259 people). This compares to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. The national average is 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be asthma and mental health issues, impacting 7.6 and 6.8% of residents, respectively, while 76.4% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 9.0% of residents aged 65 and over (1,821 people), which is lower than the 15.0% in Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though ranking lower nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.7% of Cranbourne West residents were born overseas and 45.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (18.7%) and English (18.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cranbourne West scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 43.7% of its population born overseas and 45.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Cranbourne West was found to be Christianity, which makes up 36.2% of people in Cranbourne West. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 9.3% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.3%. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Cranbourne West are Other, comprising 24.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 14.6%, Australian, comprising 18.7% of the population, and English, comprising 18.0% of the population.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Sri Lankan is notably overrepresented at 1.6% of Cranbourne West (vs 0.8% regionally), Samoan at 1.7% (vs 0.3%) and Indian at 9.8% (vs 4.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Cranbourne West is 33, younger than 90% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 27.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 33, Cranbourne West is materially younger than the Greater Melbourne figure of 37 and is substantially under Australia's 38 years. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Cranbourne West has a higher concentration of 5 - 14 residents (16.6%) but fewer 65 - 74 year-olds (5.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 45 to 54 age group has grown from 10.5% to 11.6% of the population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 18.3% to 15.5% and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 10.0% to 8.3%.
Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Cranbourne West. The 45 to 54 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 96%, adding 2,243 residents to reach 4,591.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Cranbourne West
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 10 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 379 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,969 at the 2021 Census → 20,239 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL20666). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.